Published: August 2019
Induction BurnersAn extra burner may be useful during the holidays, but can it do enough to justi…
Buy the WinnerPublished: August 2019
Toaster OvensWe baked 10 batches of cookies, broiled 100 asparagus spears, roasted 10 chicken…
Published: July 2019
Handheld Vacuum SealersThe models we tested all worked, but only one was both comfortable to use and ke…
Buy the WinnerPublished: July 2019
Stovetop GriddlesMaking brunch is a cinch with a stovetop griddle. Which model is best?
Published: May 2019
Small Stand MixersCan smaller, lighter stand mixers pull their weight in the kitchen?
Buy the WinnerPublished: September 2018
Burr GrindersCoffee aficionados have long debated the best brewing method, but is the secret …
Published: September 2018
Indoor GardensCountertop garden systems promise to make it easy to grow fresh herbs. Do they d…
Published: September 2018
The June Intelligent OvenA countertop oven with artificial intelligence that “recognizes” and automatical…
Buy the WinnerPublished: September 2018
Indoor Pizza OvensIs a specialty appliance the secret to making great pizza at home?
Published: September 2018
Hestan Cue Smart Cooking SystemThis intelligent cooking set includes an induction burner that wirelessly commun…
Published: July 2018
Cuisinart Automatic Cold Brew CoffeemakerCold-brewed coffee in 25 minutes instead of the standard 12 to 24 hours: the rea…
Published: February 2018
Air FryersWe cooked more than 3,600 frozen french fries, 60 potatoes, and 40 pounds of chi…
Published: March 2018
Behmor Connected 8-Cup Brew SystemDoes it matter if your coffee maker is smart?
Published: September 2017
Sous Vide Machines (Immersion Circulators)Sous vide machines are cheaper, sleeker, and smarter than ever before. Can we fi…
Published: April 2017
Espresso MachinesWant to skip the lines—and the expense—at the coffee bar and get your espresso o…
Published: May 2017
Mini Slow CookersThey may look like novelty items, but these itty-bitty slow cookers are more ver…
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Slow CookersCan machines designed for the same simple purpose—cooking food
slowly enough th…
Buy the WinnerPublished: July 2016
Food DehydratorsTo find the best dehydrator, we purchased five models and set them to work creat…
Published: January 2016
Electric Waffle Makers (Waffle Irons)We set a price cap of about $100 and tested 13 irons, making batches of both a B…
Buy the WinnerPublished: January 2016
High-End Professional-Style Food ProcessorsWe tested two high-end food processors to see whether they offered any extra fea…
Published: September 2015
Personal Blenders“Personal blenders” offer promising perks over full-size blenders, such as small…
Published: March 2015
Rice CookersA good rice cooker should make the task of cooking rice convenient and foolproof…
Published: May 2015
Large Ice Cream MakersWe churned vanilla ice cream and raspberry sorbet in five different large ice cr…
Published: March 2015
Bread MachinesWe tested five bread machines to see if the newer, less-expensive models now on …
Published: November 2014
Tea MachinesWould brewing tea with a tea machine be more convenient than using a regular ele…
Published: September 2014
Home Seltzer MakersHome seltzer makers that transform still water into sparkling promise clear adva…
Buy the WinnerPublished: March 2014
Greek Yogurt MakerThis appliance promises to streamline the process of making Greek yogurt at home…
Buy the WinnerPublished: September 2013
Portable Crock PotThis device is designed to both transport and warm your food for hot lunches any…
Published: June 2013
Large-Capacity Digital Kitchen ScaleDo you need a kitchen scale that can weigh ingredients up to 22 pounds?
Published: November 2017
Multicookers (Electric Pressure Cookers)The Instant Pot is incredibly popular. But is it really the best multicooker on …
Published: July 2013
Electric Juicers (Juice Extractors)While citrus reamers tackle oranges and the like, juice extractors expand the op…
Published: July 2012
Ice Cream Cone MakersWant to make crispy, fresh ice cream cones at home? Try one of these ice cream c…
Buy the WinnerPublished: November 2010
Electric Gravy WarmerFor many Thanksgiving diners, turkey is merely a vehicle for the star of the sho…
Published: May 2016
Ice Cream MakersHome ice cream makers are well worth the money and counter space—if you buy a go…
Published: March 2010
Adjustable Electric KettlesYou could boil water, let it cool, and check with an instant-read thermometer fo…
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